Australia Mint
- $9.00
Prized for its refreshing and aromatic flavor, the Australia Mint is one of the must-have for your edible garden. It is also a natural insect repellent that keep mosquitoes and bugs away. Shop now and uplift your mood with its fresh scent!
Ex Tax: $9.00
Availability: In Stock
Product Code: PLANT-PRP00138
Fact Sheet and Plant Guide
Information |
Description |
Common name and scientific
name |
Australia Mint (Mentha × piperita) |
Growth habit and size |
A perennial herb produced from a creeping rhizome with an
upright growth habit. |
Foliage, flower color, and
texture |
Dark purplish-brown leaves
are ovate with toothed leaf margin. Produces small, mauve
flowers arranged in whorl-like clusters at the stem nodes when mature. |
Pot Size |
Ø15cm x H11cm |
Overall Height |
25-35cm from the base of
the pot |
Sunlight requirements |
Thrives in full sun or partial shade
area that receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. |
Watering needs |
Keep the soil evenly moist, water it
regularly during a hot season. |
Soil type and pH requirements |
Grow best in soil with excellent
drainage with lots of organic matter. The preferred pH range is between 6.0 – 7.5 |
Feeding and fertilizer
needs |
Feed with all-purpose organic
fertilizer at least once a month to provide essential nutrients for healthy
plant growth. It is also recommended to fertilize after harvesting the mint
leaves to rejuvenate the plant. |
Pruning requirements |
Gently trim away dry, brown, or
yellowish leaves by using a pair of secateurs at least once a month. |
*Color of pot and size may vary and change subject to availability.
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